Many things that we've got lying around the house have a lot to offer, more than we give them credit for. In fact, the more we come to learn about their uses, the more we realize that there is no one specific function for household items.
Take WD-40, for instance. While it is usually used to grease an old hinge, this spray makes for a fast and easy solution for many other common problems too (for example, it can be used to restore the color of your old plastic furniture).
Below are some of Ba-bamail's best list of tips and alternative uses for things you've got lying around your house.
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Guide: Did You Know About These Extra Uses?
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9 Ways to Keep Your House Clean Using Just a Simple Lime
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Tutorial: How to Grow Roses Using the Stem Cuttings
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The Right Way to Fold a Sweater and Keep it Lasting Longer
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Got an Egg Slicer? Here's What You Can Use It For
Creative ways on what to do with your egg slicer. Impressive!
Why You Should Start Using BAKING SODA in Your Laundry
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8 Pressure Points for Improving Memory and Concentration
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hilarious short video from 1939 that dares to dream about the year of 2000 AD....
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How to Develop a Green Thumb For Home Plants
The following houseplant cheat sheet summarizes the essentials you need to know about growing your own houseplants.
Do You Power Nap? If Not, Here's Why You Should!
Nothing beats a good night's sleep, but there are many benefits that arise from taking a short power nap. Here are 6 of them.
Darken Graying Hair Using Potato Peels!
Do you spend a lot of time fighting gray hair? The following simple idea will allow you to darken hair graying quickly using something we all have: potato peels!
This Chinese Spoon Massage Will Keep Your Face Youthful!
When you want to look young, the face is the right place to start, and with the next home massage technique, it's never been easier!
WATCH: I Had No Idea Coconut Oil Was THIS Useful!
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Guide: How to Keep Street Cats Away Without Harming Them
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Lost a Key and Need to Pick a Lock? Do This!
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10 Essential Sewing Tips You Cannot Do Without
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Guide: 10 Stunning Hairdos You Can Do Yourself at Home
These simple yet impressive hairstyles will leave you feeling confident and stylish for any occasion.
Insecure In a Social Situation? Here Are A Few Tricks
How to avoid being influenced by others? Or make sure somebody likes you? This video offers tricks to handling nearly any difficult social situation.
How to Choose a Moisturizer That Will Actually Work
Choosing the right moisturizer can be tricky. To make things easier, we listed the most important ingredients to look for in an effective moisturizer.
Is Your Bathroom as Clean as It Could Be? Probably Not!
Is your bathroom as clean as it could be? Follow these 10 tips to ensure a cleaner bathroom.
Why Buy Candles When You Can Make Your Own at Home?
Why spend money on expensive candles when you can easily make your own? This guide will show you how.
Testing 10 Amazon Phone Gadgets: Are They Any Good?
Are these phone gadgets as good as advertised? Let's check it out.
Keep the Bedroom Cool in the Summer Heat with These Tips!
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This Weird Hack Will Keep Your Cookies Fresh for Days
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How to Clean Your Dishwasher's Filter so It's Like New
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10 Great Marriage Tips Divorce Lawyers Wish You Knew
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Tutorial: Improving Your Soil's Health Made Easy!
This tutorial will take you on a journey to transform the very foundation of your garden - the soil - without touching your wallet.
These 27 Household Hacks Will Make Housework a Breeze
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